Devastating Blow: Man Utd Star Gabby George's ACL Injury Sends Shockwaves in Leicester Showdown

Man Utd Women have announced that defender Gabby George sustained an ACL injury during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leicester. George was forced to leave the pitch at Leigh Sports Village, and manager Marc Skinner predicts a 12-month absence for her.

Speaking on MUTV, he confirmed that it is an ACL injury, emphasizing the varying degrees of severity associated with ACL injuries. Furthermore, he stated that she is scheduled to undergo a surgical procedure today.

In terms of recovery time, he mentioned that he typically assigns a 12-month period for rehabilitation in such cases. Although there is a possibility of her returning to action earlier, his preference is to adopt a cautious approach and proceed with the rehabilitation process in reverse, which he deems the most sensible method of preparation.

We will provide her with unwavering support and the finest treatment, ensuring she emerges from this experience even more resilient and improved than ever before.

Upon inquiring about how we could assist Gabby, her response was, "Can you secure victory in Paris?" Rest assured, we shall make every effort to do so."

George expressed his emotions about the situation on social media, stating, "This is truly painful. The overwhelming support and warm welcome I have received surpasses my expectations. I am determined to fully dedicate myself to my recovery and return even stronger. I have already overcome challenges before, and I am confident in doing so once more. Stay by my side, as I have so much more to offer. Currently, what matters most to me is the unwavering support from my incredible network."

"Thank you for all your love, Reds. I'll be joining you being a crazy fan and supporting the team. See you soon!"

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Man Utd is facing a setback as they prepare for their Champions League qualifier second leg against PSG on Wednesday evening, due to the injury. The overall score currently stands at 1-1.

George joined Man Utd in the summer after transferring from Everton, and has already appeared in four matches. However, the defender was set to play against her former team in the WSL on Sunday.

In the treatment room, 26-year-old Emma Watson from Man Utd and Caroline Weir from Real Madrid both suffered ACL injuries while on international duty with Scotland. Additionally, WSL players Leah Williamson and Vivianne Miedema are currently undergoing rehabilitation for their ACL injuries from last season.

Future of Football: The future of ACL injuries: Causes, myths & solutions

The list of individuals affected is extensive, and the problem is significantly more intricate than what medical experts and specialists in the field claim to comprehend. Female soccer players are experiencing a state of fear, as the issue is often described anecdotally as an 'epidemic'.

Football injuries make up almost 50% of all ACL reconstructions carried out in the UK, making the statistics quite revealing. Moreover, these injuries impose the greatest recovery burden and are responsible for nearly 33% of the total playing time lost due to injury. To learn more about ACL injuries in women's football and their potential treatments for the future, click on the following link.

Man Utd's next six fixtures

Sunday October 22 - Everton (a), WSL, kick-off 1pm

Sunday November 5 - Brighton (a), WSL, kick-off 6.45pm, live on We

Sunday November 12 - West Ham (h), WSL, kick-off 12pm

Sunday November 19 - Man City (h), WSL, kick-off 4.30pm, live on We

Sunday November 26 - Bristol City (a), WSL, kick-off 2pm